Strategic Procurement Analyst I

USA Wood Door; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Wood Door is seeking a Buyer I to manage purchasing and administrative tasks across multiple production sites from Howell, MI. You will process and manage purchase orders, ensure competitive pricing, and maintain strong supplier relationships to support inventory turns and on-time material delivery.

The role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize spend while upholding

Qualifications

• 1- 2 years of supply chain experience with a focus on purchasing, procurement, category and vendor management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate detailed planning.
• Ability to lead through influence with cross-functional leaders.
• Advanced skillset in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to drive demand and inventory decisions.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and materials based on production specifications from customer service or production.
• Ensure lowest cost solution on all goods, materials, and services procured without sacrificing quality.
• Audit, file, and communicate supplier lead times and order acknowledgements with production, scheduling, and sales.
• Update ERP with relevant data updates and follow up on outstanding POs.
• Initiate corrective action for supplier performance or warranty claims.
• Participate in make/buy decisions with cross-functional leaders and use MRP to determine demand.

Skills

Purchasing & procurement

Analytical skills

Leadership through influence

Data-driven decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or higher in supply chain management, business, economics, or analytics

APICS CSCP

APICS CPIM

Tools

MS Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

USA Wood Door is seeking a Buyer I to manage purchasing and administrative tasks across multiple production sites from Howell, MI. You will process and manage purchase orders, ensure competitive pricing, and maintain strong supplier relationships to support inventory turns and on-time material delivery.

The role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize spend while upholding